ADHD Myth Busters: What Educators Need to Know
What is ADHD?
ADHD is a chronic behavioral pattern characterized by in attentiveness, impulsivity, and hyperactivity.
It ADHD inherited?
ADHD is one of the most strongly inherited of all psychiatric disorders. If a parent has ADHD each of their kids has a 50/50 chance of also having ADHD.
Isn't ADHD caused by bad parenting?
Bad parenting such as being overly permissive or overly harsh does not cause ADHD. ADHD is not a learned behavior.
Can foods make kids hyperactive?
Sugar does not cause hyperactivty. Artificial coloring, flavoring, or natural salicylates do not produce ADHD or learning disabilities.
